ASMBS Staff Liaison

Jillian Tartt

Mission

To foster communication between health professionals on obesity and
related conditions.

Description

The aim of the Communications Committee is to facilitate communication
between the ASMBS and its members, potential members and the public.
This includes making recommendations on new opportunities and
technologies to enhance communications; working with the ASMBS staff to
develop methods for timely identification of pertinent journal articles,
special reports, media events, and Society activities appropriate for
promotion; and maintaining active communication channels with the ASMBS
President and the Executive Council.

Objectives

Disseminate information to members

Help Provide information to consumers

Facilitate communication between members

Current Projects

ObesityWeek Meeting App

Work with ASMBS staff to identify and implement optimal meeting app

Ongoing ASMBS Webinars

First webinar was launched Wednesday, March 9, 2016 with over 100 participants. Topic, gastric balloon debate, was very well received. Identifying and implementing future webinars.

Second Webinar took place Wednesday, May 4, 2016. Topic: The Band is Coming Out – Now What? Sleeve v. Bypass Debate Attendees: Over 100.

ASMBS Website

ASMBS IT launched member dashboard and online renewal tools for 2015

Currently working on expanding the potential uses for the new ASMBS online member database

Committee continues to review and provide feedback about the ASMBS.org website to ensure all content remains up-to- date.